1972 Le Mans 24 Hours

Artist: Dexter Brown

Racing Improves the Breed: Matra-Simca took the chequered flag at the 40th Les Vingt-Quatre Heures du Mans, Phil Hill, partnered by Pescarolo, taking second for Ferrari. Racing improves the breed, as the saying has it, and in a hugely challenging and competitive arena, Ferrari’s thoroughbreds command an unparalleled reputation. The success of the legendary production models, as instantly recognisable as the cultural heritage of their country of origin, is indissolubly linked to the outstanding competition achievements of the Scuderia in classic long-distance events such as the historic Le Mans series.